Quality Development Manager

Taurus Engineering, Inc.; Long Beach (CA); On-site; USD 120,000 - 160,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical Insurance

Dental Insurance

Vision Insurance

401(k) Retirement Plan (Company Match)

Paid Time Off

Paid Holidays

AD&D

Job summary

Taurus Engineering, Inc. in California is seeking a Quality Manager to lead the Quality department in our manufacturing facility. You will build the team to ensure compliance with company, customer, industry, and regulatory standards while implementing a robust QMS and driving continuous improvement.

The role emphasizes root cause analysis, cross‑functional audits, and data‑driven actions. You will develop procedures, mentor staff, lead audits, and partner with suppliers to maintain high quality

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related field or a minimum of 5+ years of experience in quality management within the manufacturing industry.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (QMS) and industry standards.
• Internal auditor training and certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Lead and manage the Quality Engineering and Quality Inspection teams - coaching, mentoring, and managing performance.
• Develop Taurus' quality management systems (QMS).
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure adherence to certifications and other quality standards.
• Analyze quality data and implement corrective actions to address non-conformances.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues.
• Interface with internal and external suppliers to ensure needs are met, and expectations are satisfied.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation, including procedures, work instructions, and inspection plans.
• Train and mentor quality team members on best practices and quality standards.
• Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving activities.
• Monitor and report on key quality metrics and performance indicators.
• Support new product development and introduction processes.
• Manage the calibration and maintenance of inspection equipment.
• Foster a culture of quality and continuous improvement within the organization.

Skills

Leadership

Quality management

Root cause analysis

Auditing

Cross-functional collaboration

Six Sigma/Lean

Education

Bachelor's degree in engineering or related field

Tools

QMS software

Statistical analysis

Job description

The Quality Manager will lead the Quality department in our manufacturing facility. This position will develop the team to ensure compliance with company, customer, industry, and regulatory standards and requirements. The Quality Manager will lead theimplementation of quality management systems, and drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance product reliability and customer satisfaction.

This role is heavily based in root cause analysis and cross-departmental auditing. You will be building a quality department from the ground up.

Role:

• Lead and manage the Quality Engineering and Quality Inspection teams - coaching, mentoring, and managing the performance of the team to ensure alignment with business goals and objectives.
• Develop Taurus' quality management systems (QMS).
• Conduct regular audits and inspections to ensure adherence to certifications and other quality standards.
• Analyze quality data and implement corrective actions to address non-conformances.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve quality issues.
• Interface with internal and external suppliers to ensure needs are met, and expectations are satisfied.
• Develop and maintain quality documentation, including procedures, work instructions, and inspection plans.
• Train and mentor quality team members on best practices and quality standards.
• Lead root cause analysis and problem-solving activities.
• Monitor and report on key quality metrics and performance indicators.
• Support new product development and introduction processes.
• Manage the calibration and maintenance of inspection equipment.
• Foster a culture of quality and continuous improvement within the organization.
• Demonstrated ability and willingness to improve productivity, decision-making, work quality, and to reduce costs.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in engineering, business, or a related field or a minimum of 5+ years of experience in quality management within the manufacturing industry.
• Proven experience leading teams through business changes.
• Coaching, mentoring, and motivating teams to persevere through adversity.
• Strong knowledge of quality management systems (QMS) and industry standards
• Internal auditor training and certification is a plus.
• Demonstrated history of ownership, accountability, and team building.
• Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills, and the ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams.
• Proficiency in quality tools and methodologies (e.g., Six Sigma, Lean).
• Experience with root cause analysis and corrective action processes, and the ability to teach these tools to direct and indirect reports.

Taurus Engineering, Inc. proudly offers a comprehensive benefits package to all regular full-time employees, which includes:

• Medical, Dental, and Vision Insurance
• Group Life Insurance & AD&D (Accidental Death and Dismemberment)
• Voluntary Term Life Insurance & AD&D
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Paid Holidays
• 401(k) Retirement Plan (Company Match)
• Taurus Engineering, Inc. is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, protected veteran status, or any other characteristic protected by applicable law.